I Believe She Won't Make That Error Again

"Cassandra, why the last-minute dress change? Does this confirm that Evelyn plagiarized Julian Thorne's work?"

"Cassandra, what initially made you decide to collaborate with Evelyn?"

"Cassandra, who is the designer of your current gown?"

Cassandra maintained a polite, distant smile. "I apologize, but these questions are unrelated to tonight's red carpet event."

She turned and walked away without another word.

The reporters surged forward, eager for more, but were immediately blocked by Genevieve, who had been shadowing Cassandra closely.

"Please, no further questions." Genevieve let out a carefully measured sigh. "Cassandra is understandably distressed by today's events. Thankfully, the red carpet proceeded without issue. She needs time and space to process everything."

A reporter eyed her skeptically. "And you are?"

Genevieve offered a confident smile. "Good evening. I'm Genevieve Prescott, a designer at Aethelgard Industries. The gown Cassandra wore earlier was my design."

A ripple of surprise went through the media crowd. A momentary silence was followed by a wave of hushed whispers.

"Aethelgard actually replaced the designer? That practically proves Evelyn's guilt."

"Even her own company isn't backing her. Her career is finished."

Genevieve released another theatrical sigh. "As Evelyn is also a designer at Aethelgard Industries, I sincerely hope everyone can find it in their hearts to give her another opportunity. I believe she won't make that error again. From now on, she will undoubtedly focus on creating original work."

Her words, framed as a plea for mercy, served as the final condemnation. The verdict was delivered.

The reporters exchanged knowing glances before pressing harder. "Ms. Prescott, are you confirming that Evelyn did, in fact, plagiarize?"

Genevieve feigned shock, bringing a hand to her mouth. "Oh! That's not what I meant at all. Let's not speculate. We should really be focusing on Cassandra's upcoming film projects."

She then turned and strode away, a smirk of satisfaction finally breaking through her composed facade.

Within minutes, the interview clips spread across the internet, fueling the scandal surrounding Evelyn's alleged plagiarism anew.

Fans of Cassandra and Julian Thorne flooded the official social media accounts of Aethelgard Industries, demanding action.

"How can you stay silent? Your own designer just admitted it! Evelyn harmed Cassandra! Evelyn needs to come forward and apologize immediately!"

"The audacity of Evelyn! Did she truly believe Julian's fans wouldn't recognize his work? We've followed his career for years! For a novice designer to pull this stunt is an insult to the entire industry!"

Despite the barrage of angry comments and questions, Aethelgard Industries remained silent.

Frustrated and seeking an outlet for their rage, the crowd turned their attention to Evelyn's personal accounts, ready to unleash their fury.

"It's been days. Still no admission of guilt. How can you be so shameless?"

"Your own colleague has confirmed the plagiarism. What possible excuse do you have left?"

"Your silence won't protect you forever. After this, no design house will ever hire you."

"Evelyn's photo and details are everywhere now. What company would be foolish enough to associate with her after this disaster?"